What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leicester?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Leicester is to bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station which costs £25 - £55 and takes 5h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton to Leicester?

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Leicester is to drive which takes 2h 29m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Leicester station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Leicester?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Leicester via Waterloo station and London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Southampton to Leicester?

The distance between Southampton and Leicester is 181 miles. The road distance is 140.9 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton to Leicester without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leicester without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £80 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Southampton to Leicester?

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Southampton to Leicester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leicester bus from?

Southampton to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Leicester train from?

Southampton to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Southampton Central station.

Train or bus from Southampton to Leicester?

The best way to get from Southampton to Leicester is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 5h 26m.

Where does the Southampton to Leicester bus arrive?

Southampton to Leicester bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Southampton to Leicester train arrive?

Southampton to Leicester train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Leicester?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Leicester is 141 miles. It takes approximately 2h 29m to drive from Southampton to Leicester.

How do I get a train ticket from Southampton to Leicester?

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There are 5 ways to get from Southampton to Leicester by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to London Waterlootrain Weymouth - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leicestertrain London St Pancras International - Sheffield / ...
2h 52m
£85–156
Bus via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Leicester St Margaret's Bus Stationbus Uk900
5h 50m
£26–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 032
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
5h 26m
£34–80
Drive 140.1 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Leicestercar 140.1 mi
2h 29m
£35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Coventrytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Pool Meadow Bus Station to St Margaret's Bus Stationbus X6
3h 52m
£77–112

Southampton to Leicester by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 180 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

What companies run services between Southampton, England and Leicester, England?

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Leicester via London Waterloo Station, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London St Pancras Intl in around 2h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to St Margaret's Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 5h 26m.

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